A major traffic collision occurred today on State Route 65 in Bakersfield, CA, involving a semi-truck and a work truck. The incident was reported at approximately 8:54 AM and resulted in the driver of the work truck sustaining unknown injuries and being pinned inside the vehicle.
Emergency services responded quickly, with an off-duty firefighter on the scene to assist. Reports suggest that there may have been an additional unknown vehicle involved, but the primary focus remains on the semi-truck and work truck collision. Both lanes of State Route 65 were blocked, leading to significant traffic disruptions in the area.
By 9:49 AM, the southbound lanes were reopened, while the northbound lanes remained closed for further investigation and cleanup. A tow truck was dispatched to remove the work truck from the roadway, and additional resources were called to manage the situation effectively.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling in the vicinity due to ongoing traffic impacts. The California Highway Patrol is actively managing the scene to ensure safety and restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding the incident and any further developments.